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Ōishida, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōishida is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 6,945. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,945 Population 226/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
56.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 5.5%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
32% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

People

Population6,945
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population6,945
Population Density226 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates38.5970°, 140.3740°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation56.4 inches (1,433 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.8 inches (43 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōishida a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōishida receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ōishida offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ōishida experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches, including 16.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōishida has a population of 6,945 with a density of 226 people per square mile, spread across 30.7 square miles. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,945
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
30.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōishida vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōishida vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōishida is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ōishida vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ōishida, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ōishida vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Ōishida experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall16.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area30.7 sq mi (79.5 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates38.5970°N, 140.3740°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 29°F (-1°C) 3.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.0 in
August 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 5.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 5.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 5.0 in

Ōishida has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (3.2").

29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area30.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōishida

What is the population of Ōishida?

Ōishida has a population of 6,945 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 30.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Ōishida expensive to live in?

Ōishida is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ōishida?

Ōishida has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōishida?

The job market in Ōishida is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ōishida?

29.2% of adults in Ōishida hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ōishida?

The obesity rate in Ōishida is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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